Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in online education are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Mali to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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