Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning are providing the means for humans all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these intriguing new open education undertakings. Academics want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education