Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in distance learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to understand these open educational ventures. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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