Find out more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions are dealing with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to better grasp these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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