Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality control for these massive open online courses is decent? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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