Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open educational undertakings. Scholars want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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