Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are having to attend to now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Micronesia to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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