Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these compelling new open education ventures. Academics want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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