Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in elearning have empowered learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Scholars want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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