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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in elearning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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