Find out more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Venezuela to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational endeavours. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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