Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like State University of New York to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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