Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in digital education technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This book also analyzes the major 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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