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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning technology are empowering students in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these open educational ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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