Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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