Learn more about the interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern gains in e-learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Academics want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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