Find out more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in electronic education technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these new open education undertakings. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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