Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology are enabling students all over the world to take part in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Students want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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