Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning are providing the means for learners all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are having to attend to today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Rochester to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to better comprehend these significant new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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