Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Kazakhstan to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Researchers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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