Find out more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students all over the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Hong Kong to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to understand these new open educational endeavours. Universities want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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