Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in digital education technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these compelling new open educational ventures. Corporations want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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