Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to better understand these intriguing new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also researches the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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