Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Macedonia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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