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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Academics want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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