Learn more about this interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online learning technology are empowering students all over the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Cuba to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this developing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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