Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also describes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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