Find out more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to be more aware of these important new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This exciting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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