Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in elearning technology are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage low motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Professors want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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