Find out more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Slovakia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also researches the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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