Learn more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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