Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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