Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in electronic education technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to better perceive these promising new open education endeavours. Students want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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