Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like British Sovereign Base Areas to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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