Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education ventures. Educators want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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