Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in online learning technology enable students all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Gambia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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