Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Educators want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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