Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like British Antarctic Territory to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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