Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend these significant new open educational initiatives. People want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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