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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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