Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Trainers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This new book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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