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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in electronic education technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like French Guiana to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Instructors and many other participants would like to better comprehend these new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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