Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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