Find out more about this authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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