Find out more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in online education technology have empowered students all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions must deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. People want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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