Learn more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Cayman Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Scientists want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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