Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this increasing demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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