Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning make it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. People want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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