Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online education have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are considering today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Estonia to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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