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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in e-learning have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mayotte to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to better understand these exciting new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to know how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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