Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like China, Republic of (Taiwan) to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these compelling new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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