Learn more about the edifying new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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