Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in e-learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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