Learn more about this cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online education technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Azerbaijan to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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