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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in e-learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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