Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in elearning technology are empowering learners all around the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a demand to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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