Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to better grasp these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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