Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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