Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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