Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in online learning technology enable humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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