Find out more about the interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider today because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Students want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also researches the most important 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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