Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in elearning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Universities want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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