Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this desideratum for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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