Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to better understand these intriguing new open educational ventures. Students want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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