Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in blended learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are considering now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Finland to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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