Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Davidson College to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Universities and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these promising new open education undertakings. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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