Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Cyprus to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Universities want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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