Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology have empowered people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this expanding desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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