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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online education make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Educators want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also researches the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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