Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like French Polynesia to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education ventures. Scientists want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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