Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning enable people in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of North Carolina to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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