Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Somaliland to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This exciting new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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