Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in elearning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Trainers want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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