Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Cook Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Instructors want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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