Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online education technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Academics want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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