Find out more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to better comprehend these new open educational ventures. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This book also talks about the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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