Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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