Learn more about the appealing new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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