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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in online learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Central African Republic to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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