Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this crescive need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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