Learn more about this interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better understand these new open education ventures. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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