Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in online education have empowered students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Students want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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