Learn more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning make it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Scholars want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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