Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Belgium to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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