Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Professors want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also reviews the most important 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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