Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to understand these compelling new open education ventures. Educators want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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