Find out more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are dealing with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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