Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to better understand these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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