Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take courses online. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Laos to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational initiatives. Professors want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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