Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better understand these new open educational initiatives. Students want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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