Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in online learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Academics want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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