Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational ventures. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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