Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in e-learning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? How can we deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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