Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Academics want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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