Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning are empowering humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with today because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Emory University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational experiments. Corporations want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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