Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions have to consider now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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