Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in e-learning are providing the means for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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