Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology are enabling learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these open educational endeavours. Universities want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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