Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in electronic educational technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Students want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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