Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in online education are making it possible for humans all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Philippines to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these open educational undertakings. Scholars want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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