Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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