Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Spain to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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