Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in elearning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Cambodia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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