Learn more about this dramatic 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 improvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Students want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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