Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in digital education technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions are having to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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