Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are considering now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these compelling new open education ventures. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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