Find out more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in electronic education technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This new book also analyzes the major 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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