Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in elearning have made it possible for people all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Academics want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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