Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cook Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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