Find out more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in online learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to better grasp these interesting new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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