Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in online education are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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