Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Academics want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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