Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take online classes. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Educators want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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