Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Educators want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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