Learn more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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