Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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