Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in distance learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Somaliland to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these new open educational initiatives. People want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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