Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Thailand to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to better grasp these promising new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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