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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cambodia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this crescive need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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