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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in e-learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Scientists want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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