Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in online education have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Peninsula College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for data the inspiring new book 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 examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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