Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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