Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Reddit to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this crescive need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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