Find out more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in online learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Students want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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