Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to be more aware of these interesting new open education undertakings. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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