Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning technology have enabled learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions have to consider now that online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Macedonia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this developing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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