Find out more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. People want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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