Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in electronic education technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Slovakia to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Professors want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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