Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in digital education technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these significant new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desire for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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