Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in elearning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are several issues that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these fascinating new open education ventures. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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