Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Students want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This definitive new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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