Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Utah to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these important new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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