Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this growing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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