Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are considering now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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