Learn more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in elearning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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