Find out more about this interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are empowering humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with today because online education technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Ball State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational ventures. Scholars want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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