Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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