Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in elearning make it possible for students all over the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Students want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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