Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Aland to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to better understand these important new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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