Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in digital education technology have enabled learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these open educational ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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