Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are considering today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these promising new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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