Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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