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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in electronic educational technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these open educational experiments. Lecturers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this desideratum for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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