Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are considering now that online education technology is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these interesting new open education initiatives. People want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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