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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in online education technology enable students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Professors want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This amazing new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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