Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these significant new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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