Learn more about this appealing new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these open education ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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