Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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