Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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