Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning make it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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