Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants manage low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these exciting new open educational ventures. Scholars want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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