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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Babson College to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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