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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in elearning have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also reviews 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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