Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these open educational endeavours. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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