Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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