Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions have to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational experiments. People want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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