Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Spain to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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