Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better perceive these new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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