Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Instructors want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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