Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources