Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Turkmenistan to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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