Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology are enabling people all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Utah to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better understand these new open educational ventures. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses Pros And Cons