Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning enable humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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