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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Belize to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these significant new open education initiatives. Corporations want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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