Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in e-learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Comoros to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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