Find out more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like The New School to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Instructors want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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