Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in electronic education technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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