Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in electronic educational technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Professors want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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