Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in e-learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Clemson University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to understand these exciting new open educational endeavours. Students want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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