Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New changes in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are dealing with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to understand these significant new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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