Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Researchers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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