Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online education technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider now that online education technology is advancing so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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