Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Namibia to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these exciting new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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