Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in digital education technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cyprus to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scholars want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also studies the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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