Find out more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in elearning technology enable students all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Netherlands to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to be more aware of these interesting new open education undertakings. Academics want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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