Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions must deal with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these open education endeavours. Universities want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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