Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in elearning are empowering learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Portugal to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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