Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in digital education technology have enabled students in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Saint Helena to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Corporations want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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