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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like New Caledonia to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also talks about the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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