Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions have to consider now that online education technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Instructors want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this increasing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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