Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing desideratum for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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