Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning have enabled students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Howland Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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