Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these significant new open education initiatives. Professors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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