Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are considering now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Iraq to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these exciting new open educational experiments. People want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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