Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to understand these intriguing new open education experiments. Scientists want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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