Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in online learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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