Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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