Find out more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these open education undertakings. Researchers want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this developing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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