Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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