Learn more about this engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning institutions are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This exciting new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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