Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Colorado System to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these fascinating new open educational ventures. Students want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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