Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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