Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in e-learning technology enable humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Congo, (Congo  – Kinshasa) to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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