Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC courses? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also talks about the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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