Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education undertakings. Students want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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