Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have enabled students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational experiments. Corporations want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education