Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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