Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Sierra Leone to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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