Find out more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Davidson College to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational ventures. Teachers want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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