Learn more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in technology-enhanced learning have empowered humans in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these exciting new open educational experiments. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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