Learn more about the appealing new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses. New advancements in elearning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOC classes? How can institutions manage low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education ventures. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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