Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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