Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education undertakings. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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