Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in e-learning have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these new open education ventures. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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