Find out more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in digital education technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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