Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans all over the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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