Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in online education technology make it possible for students all over the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Lithuania to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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