Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational ventures. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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