Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Maldives to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the key 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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