Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these fascinating new open education ventures. Academics want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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