Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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