Find out more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Open2Study to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this crescive demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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