Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Emory University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Corporations want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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