Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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