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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a growing need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to better understand these intriguing new open educational ventures. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this crescive need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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