Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Zambia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Academics want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also studies the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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