Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advances in blended learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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