Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Nauru to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Educators want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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