Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in distance learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Students want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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