Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in online education are empowering people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations have to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Bolivia to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better understand these compelling new open education experiments. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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