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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Burundi to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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