Find out more about the edifying new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in elearning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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