Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning technology enable people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education ventures. Students want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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