Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in elearning technology are enabling people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Scholars want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also articulates the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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