Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online education have empowered learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Students want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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