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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Lithuania to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these important new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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