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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bermuda to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Academics want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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