Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Seychelles to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to better perceive these fascinating new open education undertakings. Professors want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This new book also describes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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