Learn more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Ecotech Institute to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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