Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these open educational ventures. Lecturers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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