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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Suriname to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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