Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in elearning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education undertakings. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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