Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in digital education technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to take classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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