Learn more about the enlightening new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning are making it possible for humans all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Clemson University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Students want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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