Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in electronic educational technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several topics that online learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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