Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational undertakings. Academics want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this desideratum for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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