Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online education have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Saudi Arabia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to better understand these exciting new open educational ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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