Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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