Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like OpenupEd to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education