Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology have enabled humans in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education ventures. Trainers want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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