Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in digital education technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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