Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in e-learning technology are enabling learners all over the world to take online courses. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like American Samoa to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Educators want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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