Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in e-learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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