Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology have empowered students all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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