Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Trainers want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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