Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in elearning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education institutions have to consider today because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these open education initiatives. Universities want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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