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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these promising new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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