Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning are empowering humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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