Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many issues that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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