Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Equatorial Guinea to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this growing desire for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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