Learn more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning have empowered people all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these significant new open educational initiatives. People want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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