Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in electronic educational technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider today because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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