Find out more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online education technology enable students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these compelling new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this crescive desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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