Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all over the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Mali to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to better perceive these fascinating new open education undertakings. Teachers want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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