Find out more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have enabled humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ukraine to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Educators want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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