Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in e-learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Vanuatu to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Professors want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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