Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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