Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Scientists want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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