Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning are making it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these intriguing new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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