Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also explores the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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