Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning are empowering students all over the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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