Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in online learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these important new open educational ventures. Teachers want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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