Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education organizations are having to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these compelling new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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