Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Public servants want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this expanding need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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