Find out more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in elearning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions must deal with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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