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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning are empowering students all over the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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