Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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