Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in learning technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. People want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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