Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in electronic education technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOCs? How can participants deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this developing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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