Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Students want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this crescive demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also describes 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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