Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Hungary to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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