Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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