Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants desire to better understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Students want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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