Learn 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 and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology are enabling people all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education ventures. Researchers want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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