Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in elearning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Meetup to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Academics want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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