Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in blended learning are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to understand these new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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