Find out more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in digital education technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these new open education initiatives. Trainers want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also addresses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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