Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in e-learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Scientists want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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