Learn more about this engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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