Learn more about this significant new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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