Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in online education technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Denmark to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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