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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are struggling with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. People want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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