Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Qatar to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Academics want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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