Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like openHPI to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these open educational ventures. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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