Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online education technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this growing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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