Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Scholars want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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