Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning are empowering students all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Academics want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This definitive new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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