Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Vietnam to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this crescive desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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