Learn more about this engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations have to consider today because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to better comprehend these open education ventures. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive desideratum for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOC Higher Education