Find out more about this cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in distance learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bouvet Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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