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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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