Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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