Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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