Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these important new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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