Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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