Learn more about this enlightening new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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