Find out more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in elearning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Université Numérique France Université Numérique to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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