Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational experiments. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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