Find out more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this increasing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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