Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cook Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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