Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online education technology make it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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