Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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