Find out more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Micronesia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Instructors want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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