Find out more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open education ventures. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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