Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in e-learning are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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