Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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