Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in elearning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to better understand these important new open educational initiatives. Students want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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