Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Academics want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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