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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning have enabled people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Tanzania to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also articulates 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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