Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in elearning are empowering people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Students want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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