Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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