Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in e-learning make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these intriguing new open education ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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