Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Laos to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Scientists want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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