Learn more about the cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to be more aware of these new open education experiments. Trainers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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