Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Philippines to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Trainers want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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