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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. New advances in online learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are having to consider now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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