Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Corporations want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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