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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in elearning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Liechtenstein to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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