Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in elearning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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