Learn more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding desideratum for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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