Find out more about this engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in e-learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Reunion to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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