Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning are empowering people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a growing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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