Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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