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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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