Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these compelling new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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