Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in electronic educational technology have empowered humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these compelling new open educational ventures. Educators want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This book also explores 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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