Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Corporations want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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