Learn more about the interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in online learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Nicaragua to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also considers the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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