Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ireland to conduct these MOOCs? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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