Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering students all over the world to take classes online. MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations must deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education endeavours. Students want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this crescive demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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