Find out more about the interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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