Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in elearning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations are considering now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing desideratum for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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