Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in online learning have made it possible for people all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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