Find out more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to better grasp these fascinating new open education ventures. Trainers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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