Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are considering now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Professors want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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