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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Burundi to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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