Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New improvements in blended learning have enabled people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education ventures. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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