Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Kiribati to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education initiatives. Educators want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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