Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology enable learners all over the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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