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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are considering today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Marino to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also reviews the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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