Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to understand these new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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