Learn more about the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like British Indian Ocean Territory to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Public servants want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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