Find out more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in electronic educational technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like LinkedIn to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to understand these open educational initiatives. People want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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