Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to attend to today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to be more aware of these important new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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