Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in e-learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these interesting new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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