Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Facebook to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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