Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Puerto Rico to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Students want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this developing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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