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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Vanderbilt University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to better perceive these promising new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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