Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with today because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Argentina to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This definitive new book also researches the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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