Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like New Caledonia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this crescive desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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