Learn more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New developments in digital education technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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