Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in e-learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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