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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Guinea-Bissau to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Trainers want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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