Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Students want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This new book also researches the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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