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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning have made it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Students want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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