Learn more about this engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations have to consider today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Chile to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Professors want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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