Find out more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in online learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better perceive these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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