Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in e-learning technology have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning institutions are considering now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Eritrea to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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