Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online education technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of California, San Diego to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This amazing new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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