Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better perceive these fascinating new open education undertakings. Students want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also explores the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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