Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Educators want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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