Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle low motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to better grasp these significant new open education initiatives. Academics want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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