Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in digital education technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth 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 distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Guyana to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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