Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in elearning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are a lot of topics that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Sudan to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Students want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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