Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in online education technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Instructors want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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