Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are considering today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like British Sovereign Base Areas to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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