Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in e-learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational experiments. Public servants want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This gripping new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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