Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this expanding desideratum for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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