Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Elidaemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This new book also describes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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