Learn more about the enlightening new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Afghanistan to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Trainers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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