Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these promising new open educational undertakings. Universities want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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