Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in elearning make it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to understand these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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