Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in electronic education technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to understand these new open education initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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