Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in online education are providing the means for people all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Singapore to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to better understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Trainers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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