Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in blended learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Everyone wants to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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