Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in online learning have made it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Wallis and Futuna to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a desire to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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