Learn more about this fine new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning have provided the means for humans all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with now that online education technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOCs? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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