Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online education technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Professors want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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