Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like The Bahamas to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better understand these intriguing new open education undertakings. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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