Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in electronic education technology enable humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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