Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desideratum for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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