Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Baker Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Instructors want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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