Find out more about the cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Congo, (Congo  – Kinshasa) to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these compelling new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also considers the 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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