Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in electronic education technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Teachers want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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