Find out more about the interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Michigan to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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