Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in online education technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like San Diego State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this crescive need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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