Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Portugal to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This exciting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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