Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in elearning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants desire to understand these promising new open educational ventures. Instructors want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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