Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in online learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massive open courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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