Find out more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in elearning technology enable learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Romania to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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