Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Belarus to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Educators want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this crescive demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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