Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in digital education technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Kentucky to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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