Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New developments in distance learning technology have enabled learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is decent? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This amazing new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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