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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like McHenry County College to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Universities want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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