Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in elearning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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