Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in blended learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many issues that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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