Learn more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in digital education technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this crescive need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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