Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in elearning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Finland to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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