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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in elearning technology are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like The Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these promising new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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