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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scientists want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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