Find out more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online education technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Corporations want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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