Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Public servants want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this crescive demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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