Learn more about this compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saudi Arabia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Instructors want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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