Learn more about the interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Lesotho to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Trainers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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