Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in e-learning are making it possible for learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Cook Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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