Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in blended learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to better understand these open education endeavours. Professors want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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