Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Academics want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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