Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Meetup to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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