Find out more about this appealing new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning enable people all over the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Students want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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