Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational experiments. Scholars want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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