Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in digital education technology have enabled students all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education initiatives. Universities want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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