Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in learning technology have enabled humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better understand these open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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