Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to be more aware of these significant new open education ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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