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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in online learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Botswana to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Teachers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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