Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning technology have empowered students all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better comprehend these compelling new open education undertakings. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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