Find out more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in online learning have made it possible for students all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Scientists want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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