Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in online education are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these significant new open education initiatives. Academics want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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