Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in e-learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are dealing with now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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