Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning have empowered students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Slovenia to conduct these MOOC courses? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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