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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to better understand these significant new open educational endeavours. Professors want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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