Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Universities want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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