Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to be more aware of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Academics want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this crescive need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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