Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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