Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online learning are making it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Educators want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also examines 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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