Find out more about the cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like San Marino to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational ventures. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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