Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in electronic education technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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