Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also investigates the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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