Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like YouTube to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these exciting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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