Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational experiments. Lecturers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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