Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning make it possible for humans all over the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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