Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Colorado Boulder to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Researchers want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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