Find out more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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