Find out more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education experiments. Scholars want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also researches the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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