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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online learning have empowered learners all over the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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