Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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