Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology enable learners all over the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these compelling new open education initiatives. Public servants want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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