Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in elearning make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these open education initiatives. Lecturers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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