Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these interesting new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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