Find out more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in online learning have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Moldova to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these important new open education undertakings. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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