Find out more about the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these new open education initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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