Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern gains in learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these exciting new open education ventures. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also deals with 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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