Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in online education are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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