Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in online education technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this desideratum for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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