Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these important new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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