Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning enable humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Botswana to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Educators want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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