Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these interesting new open education initiatives. Students want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this developing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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