Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in electronic educational technology enable learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Lecturers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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