Find out more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are dealing with today because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Seychelles to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these compelling new open education initiatives. Scholars want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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