Find out more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in electronic educational technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations certify that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Ecotech Institute to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to understand these important new open education endeavours. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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