Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in digital education technology are enabling students all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education initiatives. Academics want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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