Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in blended learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of New Mexico to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to better perceive these fascinating new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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