Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in distance learning have enabled students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Estonia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to better grasp these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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