Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning have enabled students all over the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational initiatives. Students want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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