Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Kentucky to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Trainers want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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