Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in online education technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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