Find out more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like openHPI to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these promising new open educational initiatives. Universities want to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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