Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in blended learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to understand these promising new open educational endeavours. People want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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