Find out more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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