Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in digital education technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also talks about the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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