Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in digital education technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Chile to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also examines the key 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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