Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in elearning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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