Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Central African Republic to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Academics want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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