Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New gains in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Kenya to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these significant new open educational ventures. People want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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