Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in online learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp these compelling new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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