Learn more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these promising new open education initiatives. Scientists want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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