Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advances in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Mauritius to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these important new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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