Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Teachers want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also studies the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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