Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to attend to now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Martinique to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. People want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education