Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online education technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Niger to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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