Find out more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in technology-enhanced learning have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Teachers want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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