Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in e-learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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