Find out more about the interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are empowering students all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Svalbard to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also describes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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