Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in e-learning enable learners all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these interesting new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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