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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational ventures. Trainers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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