Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advances in learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Pakistan to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants desire to better grasp these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Academics want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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