Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Clemson University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these important new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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