Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is decent? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also studies the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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