Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Marquette University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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