Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in elearning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these compelling new open educational initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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