Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online education have empowered students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations must deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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