Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Educators and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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