Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. People want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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