Learn more about the interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these compelling new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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