Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Babson College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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