Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent developments in online learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Trainers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this crescive desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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