Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bhutan to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Academics want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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