Find out more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Berklee College of Music to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to better understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Trainers want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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