Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in electronic educational technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Students want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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