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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people all over the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Niger to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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