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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in online learning have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Teachers want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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