Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in e-learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these important new open education initiatives. People want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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