Learn more about this fine new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in blended learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to understand these intriguing new open educational experiments. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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