Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these significant new open education ventures. Instructors want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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