Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to know how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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