Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Great Basin College to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these interesting new open education undertakings. Professors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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