Learn more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology enable students all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these interesting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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