Find out more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in elearning have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are considering today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to understand these new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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