Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Ireland to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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