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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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