Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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