Find out more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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