Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is decent? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these open education undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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