Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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