Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New developments in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Singapore to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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