Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Professors want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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