Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also investigates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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