Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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