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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning are empowering people in every nation on earth to take classes online. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Costa Rica to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to better grasp these compelling new open education ventures. Scholars want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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