Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning are empowering learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations must deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to better understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desideratum for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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