Learn more about this breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education initiatives. Scholars want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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