Learn more about this interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is good? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Educators want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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