Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Open2Study to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these open educational ventures. Professors want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also describes the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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